Buildings of Disaster

I read your book “Voices of the Heart” and it was so moving. I feel very grateful to have had the opportunity to read about your life and how your faith has carried you through it. I struggle with my faith and you offer so many ...I read your book “Voices of the Heart” and it was so moving. I feel very grateful to have had the opportunity to read about your life and how your faith has carried you through it. I struggle with my faith and you offer so many examples of how when we question our faith, it becomes stronger, not weaker - Judi M

Voices of the Heart is a powerful, compelling, and inspiring story. Laugh and cry with Linda as she takes you through her incredible journey as she finds her way in life and seeks answers to her three profound questions.

Linda was born on October 29, 1948 in Dover, New Hampshire. She received her master’s degree in creation spirituality from Holy Names College in Oakland, California, and furthered her studies in clinical pastoral education at the ...Linda was born on October 29, 1948 in Dover, New Hampshire. She received her master’s degree in creation spirituality from Holy Names College in Oakland, California, and furthered her studies in clinical pastoral education at the Interfaith Healthcare Ministries in Providence, Rhode Island.

Don't wait to live your life, live it now… is a motto that Linda Pestana shares in her book, “Voices of the Heart”. Linda’s life experience has paved a path for her own healing and growth, leading to a story with universal appeal....Don't wait to live your life, live it now… is a motto that Linda Pestana shares in her book, “Voices of the Heart”. Linda’s life experience has paved a path for her own healing and growth, leading to a story with universal appeal.

I find myself getting really excited about all the things that are popping up right now, just in time for spring. The book, an agent, a publisher, a radio show—I can hardly keep up with all the doors that are flying open.

In a typical biography, you’d learn that author Carol Marleigh Kline was a television anchor/producer and talk show host and that she earned a B.A. at the University of Southern California and an M.A. at Columbia.

In a great act of hope, the parents give birth to a “replacement child,” born to heal wounds and provide a “salve for the burns.” The child unwittingly plays her role throughout childhood, riding the deep and hidden currents of t...In a great act of hope, the parents give birth to a “replacement child,” born to heal wounds and provide a “salve for the burns.” The child unwittingly plays her role throughout childhood, riding the deep and hidden currents of the family tragedy.

My writing life began as a reporter, which I actually loved. Then, I added a public relations stint at a hospital, a short time in advertising and somehow found myself in corporate communications at various insurance companies

Judy Mandel's memoir, Replacement Child, begins before she was even born.Her 7-year-old sister, Donna,was killed,and her other sister,Linda was burned nearly to death,when American Airlines Flight 6780 crashed into their house in...Judy Mandel's memoir, Replacement Child, begins before she was even born.Her 7-year-old sister, Donna,was killed,and her other sister,Linda was burned nearly to death,when American Airlines Flight 6780 crashed into their house in 1952 in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

We offer private sessions, party henna, and full retreat days. For bridal blessing days, for personal self-care, or for small group on the grief journey even. Come experience your own island henna retreat! Gift certificates are...We offer private sessions, party henna, and full retreat days. For bridal blessing days, for personal self-care, or for small group on the grief journey even. Come experience your own island henna retreat! Gift certificates are available thru the website, also. This isn't the slinging, impersonal henna you get at festivals and amusement parks. This is HennaHealing for intention and whimsy!

Having lost her husband of thirty-nine years, Anne Roiphe grapples with loss, confusion and how to move forward. Her articulate descriptions of her life and emotions will be a comfort to anyone who has suffered a significant loss...Having lost her husband of thirty-nine years, Anne Roiphe grapples with loss, confusion and how to move forward. Her articulate descriptions of her life and emotions will be a comfort to anyone who has suffered a significant loss (of a spouse, a beloved pet, even a job), while her increasing ability to thrive in the aftermath will offer both comfort and hope.

The fabulous funeral to bury my dream of publishing The Book through a mainstream publishing house is days away, and I’m thrilled to hear of all the exciting additions guests are adding to the open casket. First of all, so many of...The fabulous funeral to bury my dream of publishing The Book through a mainstream publishing house is days away, and I’m thrilled to hear of all the exciting additions guests are adding to the open casket. First of all, so many of us are going to bury the idea that discrimination has any part of our lives anymore by sticking Proposition 8 into the coffin.